Sakan Ryokan, building in Sendai, Miyagi Prefecture, Japan
Sakan Ryokan is a traditional inn in Taihaku-ku situated along the Natori River with natural views for guests. The property features multiple bathing areas including open-air baths, a cypress wood bath on the second floor, a silk bath, and a riverside stone bath where visitors can hear the stream while soaking.
The inn was founded around 1,000 years ago by Kanzaburo Satoh as a small hot spring lodge in Akiu and has been maintained by his family for over 34 generations. The hot springs in the area rank among Japan's three oldest, giving the location its special standing for relaxation seekers.
The inn reflects local hospitality traditions that emphasize simplicity and respect for natural rhythms. Guests experience this way of life through shared spaces, tea time, and meals that use fresh seasonal ingredients prepared in traditional ways.
The building spreads across several towers with different room options: the HITEN TOWER offers spacious rooms starting at ten tatami mats on floors 3 to 11, while the KAGETSU TOWER has more modest and affordable rooms. The property includes conference facilities, a relaxation salon with massage services, a wine bar serving local wines, and a restaurant featuring regional cuisine.
On weekend evenings, the cypress wood bath NATORINOMIYU receives floating rose petals, creating a special soaking experience reserved for women. This seasonal touch demonstrates how the inn blends traditional elements with moments of quiet indulgence.
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